fiberswool

Fiberswool is an engineered textile material designed to combine the softness and warmth associated with wool with the durability and versatility of synthetic fibers. It is typically produced as a nonwoven batt or felt, using microfibers from polymers such as polyester or recycled blends, sometimes with natural fibers blended in. The fibers are bonded by thermal, chemical, or mechanical methods to form a cohesive sheet.

Key properties include low density, high loft, and good thermal insulation; when designed as a nonwoven, it can offer adjustable stiffness, compressive resilience, and moisture management. The material's flame retardancy and chemical resistance depend on the fiber type and additives; color and texture can be tailored.

Applications span construction insulation, apparel insulation for outerwear, furniture padding, acoustic panels, and filtration media. It can be used as a stand-alone layer or incorporated into laminates and composites.

Environmental considerations: some formulations are recyclable within specialized streams, but the material may shed microfibers during use or washing. End-of-life options include recycling, downcycling into padding products, or energy recovery where permitted. Production energy intensity and the use of additives influence its sustainability.

The term fiberswool is used by several manufacturers to describe different wool-like fiber blends, and there is no single universal standard defining the material. As a result, properties and performance vary by formulation.